Wake County Defense Resources

  1. How Prior Marijuana Convictions Affect New Charges in North Carolina

    The Impact of Prior Marijuana Convictions on New Charges in North Carolina Prior convictions for marijuana can affect new charges in North Carolina, but they do not automatically result in harsher penalties or guaranteed jail time. Prior convictions can influence a current case, depending on the type of offense, the individual’s criminal record, and how […]

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  2. Can You Be Charged With DWI In NC Without a Breath or Blood Test?

    At Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh, Attorneys at Law, our Raleigh DWI lawyers see many people in North Carolina shocked that a DWI charge can happen from law enforcement observations alone, without any breath or blood result. Join us as we explore what the law says and how you can best protect your rights when facing a DWI allegation. 

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  3. How Long a DWI Stays on Your NC Driving Record

    North Carolina: How Long It Stays on Your Record If you’ve been charged with driving while impaired, one question tends to rise above everything else: How long is this going to follow me? In North Carolina, a DWI doesn’t quietly disappear from your driving record after a few years. It stays on your record—and often […]

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  4. Edible Marijuana Laws in North Carolina

    The Raleigh marijuana lawyers from Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh explain how marijuana laws in North Carolina apply to edibles, why these cases escalate so fast, and what you should know if you’re facing charges.

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  5. What to Do at a Raleigh DWI Checkpoint

    Police officers often set up DWI roadblocks this time of year, as Labor Day Weekend is considered a high drinking-and-driving holiday. If you have encountered, or anticipate encountering, a DWI checkpoint in North Carolina, you may be curious about your rights at sobriety roadblocks.

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  6. Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh Awarded Top 10 Criminal Defense Law Firm

    Best of the Best Attorneys Awards Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh Top 10 Criminal Defense Law Firm Best of the Best Attorneys awards Raleigh-baed Sandman, Finn &  Fitzhugh Top 10 Criminal Defense Law Firms. Best of the Best Attorneys is a national rating organization that honors exceptional legal professionals in their field of criminal defense work. […]

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  7. American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys Names Sandman, Finn, and Fitzhugh a 10 Best Law Firm

    Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh is proud to announce that they have been awarded as a “10 Best Law Firm” by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AICLA). The AICLA recognizes top legal professionals based on client satisfaction and individual excellence in criminal defense. This distinction honors firms that demonstrate exceptional legal expertise, client service, […]

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  8. What Happens When You Receive an FTA (Failure to Appear) for Traffic Tickets?

    Missed your traffic ticket hearing? Find out what happens when you receive a “failure to appear.”

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  9. Can I Record Interactions with Police in North Carolina?

    If you are pulled over or stopped by police, can you record your interaction? We’re sharing what you need to know about your rights.

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  10. Step-by-Step Guide to Federal Court Procedures

    Contact the attorneys at Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh for a FREE CONSULTATION on federal charges in Raleigh and the Eastern District of North Carolina. A Comprehensive Guide to the Legal Process in Federal Court If you have received a target letter and you are facing an investigation for a federal crime or if you have […]

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